From Flea Bottom to the Black Council
Mysaria’s ascent is one of Westeros’s most improbable success stories. Voiced by Sonoya Mizuno, she began as a foreign-born sex worker in the capital's underbelly, a world away from the halls of power. She became the paramour of the rogue prince, Daemon
Targaryen, only to be cast aside. But where others would have been broken, Mysaria thrived. She built a vast network of spies—her “little birds,” rivaling Varys from a future generation—and transformed herself into the White Worm, an information broker whose influence is felt even within the Red Keep. After surviving an assassination attempt ordered by Otto Hightower, she found her way into Queen Rhaenyra’s inner circle, becoming her unofficial Mistress of Whisperers and a trusted confidante.
The Ultimate Question: Whose Side Is She On?
And that brings us to the single biggest question looming over Mysaria as we head into the finale: Where do her loyalties truly lie? On the surface, she is a staunch supporter of Queen Rhaenyra and the Blacks. She offers Rhaenyra counsel, emotional support, and crucial intelligence. Her stated motivation is twofold: revenge against the Hightowers who tried to kill her, and a belief that Rhaenyra is the only ruler who has ever shown mercy or might care for the smallfolk. But every action Mysaria takes can be viewed through a second, more cynical lens. Is she truly Team Black, or is she the captain of Team Mysaria, playing both sides for her own mysterious endgame?
The Case for a True Believer
There's plenty of evidence to suggest Mysaria's allegiance to Rhaenyra is genuine. After being captured, she could have been executed, but instead earned her place on the council by proving her worth. She has consistently provided intelligence that benefits the Blacks and has become a close, even intimate, advisor to a queen who is increasingly isolated from her husband and council. Some interpretations even point to a deep, personal bond between the two women, suggesting Mysaria sees in Rhaenyra a steadfast leader worthy of her service. Her desire for a better world for the common people seems sincere, born from a traumatic past that has made her despise the cruel whims of the powerful. In this reading, she serves Rhaenyra because she believes the Queen is the best, and perhaps only, hope for a more just realm.
The Case for a Master Manipulator
However, a far more chilling theory has gained traction: that Mysaria is a populist revolutionary hiding in plain sight. According to this theory, she serves no queen but her own agenda, which may be the complete destruction of the Targaryen dynasty and the dragons that enforce their power. Fans point to moments where she seems to be subtly manipulating Rhaenyra, isolating her from other advisors like Daemon and Corlys. Her advice has, at times, led to disastrous outcomes, such as the arming of dragonseeds, which brought chaos to the city. Some believe she is intentionally giving Rhaenyra bad advice to weaken her rule and incite a popular uprising against all dragonlords, Green and Black alike. Her history as an information broker who once sold secrets to Otto Hightower proves she is, above all, a pragmatist.
What the Finale Might Reveal
Tonight's finale is poised to be a turning point for the White Worm. Her actions in this final hour will likely clarify her ultimate goal. Will she provide a game-changing piece of intelligence that secures a victory for Rhaenyra, proving her loyalty once and for all? Or will she make a move that sabotages the Blacks at a critical moment, revealing her as the ultimate wildcard of the war? It's even possible her motives will remain shrouded, positioning her as a central, unpredictable force for the seasons to come. Her history is one of survival, and a survivor always keeps their options open. She could be Rhaenyra's most crucial ally or the architect of her doom.
